Summary:
The city of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is home to 11 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with some standout institutions like Blanchard Elementary and Alma Schrader Elementary consistently ranking among the top schools in the state. However, the district also faces challenges, such as below-average test scores, high chronic absenteeism rates, and significant economic disadvantage, with the majority of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Among the standout schools, Blanchard Elementary and Alma Schrader Elementary consistently perform well, with impressive test scores and strong ratings from SchoolDigger. Central High also stands out, with a respectable 3-star rating and a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 88.3%. In contrast, the alternative schools, Girardot Center for Youth and Parkview School, face significant challenges, with lower graduation rates and higher chronic absenteeism.
The data also reveals disparities in academic performance across the district, with some schools, such as Jefferson Elementary and Central Junior High, struggling with lower test scores and other metrics. Additionally, the district faces challenges with high rates of chronic absenteeism and significant economic disadvantage, as evidenced by the overwhelming majority of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. These factors may contribute to the academic performance differences observed across the schools in the Cape Girardeau 63 district.
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